NEF Handi-Rifle in .357 mag?

[SpookyPistolero]

Hello folks-

I was wondering if anyone knows if NEF (or H&R?) is currently producing a .357 magnum Handi-Rifle? I've searched through google and gunbroker for a good while without much luck.

I've been hunting for a handy woods gun, and think that a single shot .357 mag would really fit the bill. Versatile, compact, lightweight... Since price is always a strong factor, the NEF is a front-runner.

Thanks,

Spooky

 

[W.E.G.]

I'm sure you can special-order it from the factory.

See http://www.hr1871.com/Support/accessoryProgram.aspx

I hear the triggers leave much to be desired.

 

[single action]

I do not know if they still have them, but someone at graybeards outdoors forums will know.they have a handirifle forum.

 

[SpookyPistolero]

Thanks for the help, folks. After looking around it looks like the weight on these is still near 7 lbs, which is just more than I'm willing to pack for what should be a lightweight rifle. Coupled to probably having to order one from the factory, I doubt one of this is in my near future.

Thanks though!

 

[Brian Williams]

You can only get one as a barrel accessory added to your existing handi rifle. They do not sell them ready made.
Yes they are heavy, I wish H&R made them as a lightweight small game gun.
I had one and it felt heavier than my 9 shot Marlin 1894C.

 

[Selfdfenz]

Looks like their Superlight Handi-Rifle weighs 5 & 1/2 pounds. I see they also sell a 357 barrel. The question is will that barrel fit the Superlight?

Best

S-

 

[Brian Williams]

They can fit a 357 barrel on the superlite, but it is the heavier and longer barrel.

 

[Top_Gunn]

Marlin 1894c in .357 magnum weighs six pounds and, with an 18.5 inch barrel, is pretty compact.

 

[SpookyPistolero]

Thanks for the extra info. The Marlin has been on my wish list for a long time, but it will likely be a while before I have the cash to put down on one.

 

[Sniper X]

I actually was looking for one when I found a Winchester 1894 in .357mag, still the most fun gun I have to shoot! Great in the woods, on my land for Yotes, or on the range for the fun of shooting! Love that cartridge in a long gun or wheeler.

 

[woof]

The superlight really is, umm, superlight. And while not in .357 they are out now in 7.62x39, another handy, versatile and cheap to shoot way to go perhaps.

 

[SpookyPistolero]

Thanks for the info Woof, but I've already romanticized the notion of this caliber in a long gun far too much to walk away from it...

I'll probably just have to hold out for a Marlin.